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P960 YGJ

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

83,321 mi
Last recorded83,321 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP960 YGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 83,321 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 82,156 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 81,184 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 79,811 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 77,448 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 76,890 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 76,177 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Dec 2019 76,175 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Dec 2018 75,145 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 73,880 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 72,704 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 71,665 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 70,055 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 68,716 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 67,760 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 66,706 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 66,706 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 65,311 miles

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2010 62,349 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 57,219 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 52,736 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 45,227 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 36,604 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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P960 YGJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 79,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P960 YGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P960 YGJ?

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What year was P960 YGJ registered?

P960 YGJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P960 YGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P960 YGJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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